Marion County was originally created in 1811 as a part of the Mississippi Territory. Its hardy, pioneering citizens were involved in the early events of statehood and had roles in both the War of 1812 and the Civil War. The historic John Ford Home hosted many notable figures, including Andrew Jackson while on his way to his destiny at the Battle of New Orleans. Gov. Hugh White, football great Walter Payton, musician Jeff Bates, and dental pioneer Dr. Charles Bass have also called Marion County home. Sylvester Magee, reportedly the last living slave in America, is buried here, as well as...
Marion County was originally created in 1811 as a part of the Mississippi Territory. Its hardy, pioneering citizens were involved in the early events ...
Stuart J Koblentz, Marion County Historical Society
Located in north-central Ohio, Marion County is comprised of 15 townships that are situated across a variety of terrains ranging from gently rolling hills and streams to broad prairies in the northern portion of the county. As the county seat of government, the city of Marion matured into a bustling center of industry and commerce, and the outlying villages of Caledonia, Clairdon, LaRue, Morral, Prospect, and Waldo provided nearby residents with services and community interaction closer to their rural homes. LaRue holds the distinction of being the smallest community ever awarded a...
Located in north-central Ohio, Marion County is comprised of 15 townships that are situated across a variety of terrains ranging from gently rolling h...